Indian Man In Australia Shares Honest Response to Minor Car Park Accident

An Indian expatriate in Australia, Devang Sethi, has highlighted a heartwarming act of civic responsibility after discovering a handwritten apology note left on a car involved in a minor parking lot accident. In a video posted on social media on December 13, 2025, Sethi praised the stranger's honesty for providing full insurance details instead of fleeing the scene, contrasting it with common experiences in India.

The note, placed under the windshield wiper, apologized for accidentally hitting the vehicle's left-side door and included the driver's name, vehicle registration number, and insurance information. It urged the owner to contact the insurer directly for compensation, noting the driver was likely using a rental covered under third-party liability.

Sethi explained that such accountability ensures the at-fault party covers excesses while the victim incurs no repair costs. He marveled at the gesture, stating it exemplified societal values where citizens prioritize integrity, ultimately making a country better through collective behavior.

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The video, emphasizing "citizens make a country better," resonated widely, garnering over 30,000 views and sparking discussions on cultural differences in civic sense. Commenters affirmed that such practices are standard in Australia due to strict insurance norms and societal norms encouraging responsibility.

Others reflected on contrasts in India, where minor scrapes often lead to confrontations or hit-and-runs. One user noted, "In our country, people can end up fighting over minor damage, let alone settling it calmly."

Sethi's post underscores positive immigrant experiences abroad while gently advocating for greater accountability at home, earning appreciation for promoting mutual respect on roads. The incident serves as a reminder of how small acts of honesty contribute to safer, more trustworthy communities.

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